Let’s reach our goal of high-speed internet for all Alabamians

I've worked with Governor Kay Ivey for quite some time, and when she says she wants to get something done, she means it. When Governor Ivey asked me to serve as Director of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) in 2017, she made one thing clear: expanding access to high-speed internet to […]

Tourism Director: Agreement on Beach Express Bridge is victory for all Alabamians

Governor Kay Ivey Announced The recent news that the state of Alabama has agreed to purchase the Folly Beach Express Bridge and eliminate tolls likely elicited cheers from Alabamians across the state. Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon said the announcement was “good for everyone – our residents, our businesses and our tourists.” put it. “His […]

Many elderly, disabled Alabamians in need of an adult foster home

The Alabama Department of Human Resources announced it will be requesting the creation of several more foster homes for seniors with disabilities across the state. Foster care allows adults to live in a home-like environment rather than an institution when they need round-the-clock care. Unfortunately, officials have reported an increase in elder abuse in many […]

State rehabilitation services, community colleges partner to help disabled Alabamians qualify for in-demand jobs

The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services works with the state's community college system to help Alabama's people with disabilities obtain in-demand credentials and access high-quality jobs. “People with disabilities remain disproportionately unemployed or underemployed compared to the general population,” said ADRS Commissioner Jane Elizabeth Vardeshaw. “The goal of the Vocational Rehabilitation Program is to support […]

Ivey says Alabamians should have opportunity to vote on gaming this year

Gov. Kay Ivey appears to have chosen to take her side in the gaming controversy currently engulfing the state Legislature. Ivey told X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday that he wants Alabama voters to “have a say in the game” in the state. I think Alabamians want to have a say in the game and should […]